Correlating Structure and Function for Nanoparticle Catalysts
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Explore the intricate relationship between nanoparticle structure and catalytic performance in this 52-minute conference presentation from IPAM's Bridging Scales from Atomistic to Continuum in Electrochemical Systems Workshop. Delve into cutting-edge research on how the atomic-scale architecture of nanoparticle catalysts directly influences their functional properties and catalytic efficiency. Examine the fundamental principles governing structure-function correlations in nanoscale catalytic systems, with particular emphasis on electrochemical applications. Discover advanced methodologies for characterizing nanoparticle structures and linking these structural features to observed catalytic behavior. Learn about computational approaches and experimental techniques used to bridge the gap between atomic-level understanding and macroscopic catalytic performance. Gain insights into how surface morphology, particle size, composition, and defect structures impact catalytic activity and selectivity. Understand the challenges and opportunities in designing optimized nanoparticle catalysts through structure-function relationships, with applications spanning energy conversion, chemical synthesis, and environmental remediation.
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Graeme Henkelman - Correlating structure and function for nanoparticle catalysts - IPAM at UCLA
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Institute for Pure & Applied Mathematics (IPAM)